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Authentic Traditional Villages around Sibiu
The surrounding villages of Sibiu are both Saxon and Romanian villages, which have lived in harmony to these days. Exploring the surroundings of Sibiu is a unique way to have authentic experiences, spend a full day away from the bustle of the touristy city, and immerse yourself in the countryside.
Duration 8 hours
Private tour available in English, Italian
Group tour pricing from 160 EUR per group
Highlights
Fortified churches in Saxon villages
Romanian villages at the foot of the mountains
A local museum of icons painted on glass
Description
During this one-day trip you will:
- understand the history of the region and why it has developed the way it is today;
- visit Romanian villages as well as Saxon villages set up by German settlers;
- visit several fortified churches and understand why they were erected in such a great number in this part of the country (nowadays ~ 200 fortified churches which are very well preserved);
- learn how to make the difference between Romanian villages and Saxon villages built in the same area in great number in the Middle Ages;
- make the difference and recognize Romanian architecture vs. German architecture;
- visit an Orthodox monastery and discretely observe how they live there;
- how the Romanian icons were painted on glass;
If you are interested to see and learn more about Sibiu and its surroundings, this tour will help you understand the cultural, religious, and architectural mix that features this part of Transylvania.
- understand the history of the region and why it has developed the way it is today;
- visit Romanian villages as well as Saxon villages set up by German settlers;
- visit several fortified churches and understand why they were erected in such a great number in this part of the country (nowadays ~ 200 fortified churches which are very well preserved);
- learn how to make the difference between Romanian villages and Saxon villages built in the same area in great number in the Middle Ages;
- make the difference and recognize Romanian architecture vs. German architecture;
- visit an Orthodox monastery and discretely observe how they live there;
- how the Romanian icons were painted on glass;
If you are interested to see and learn more about Sibiu and its surroundings, this tour will help you understand the cultural, religious, and architectural mix that features this part of Transylvania.
What’s included & not included
Private Tour led by Local Guide
local recommendations
local tips
1 small bottled water
private transportation with personal car throughout the tour
food
meals
drinks
Meeting point
Sibiu
Iuliana Bucurescu (Marchian)